As March 2024 approaches, it’s time to gear up for some of the most exciting hackathons happening in Vizag. If you’re into coding, brainstorming, and maybe a bit of friendly competition, you’re going to love what’s coming up.
In this blog, we’re excited to guide you through the most awaited hackathons in Vizag for March 2024. So, grab your laptops, rally your team, and let’s dive into the world of creativity and coding!
Overview of Upcoming Hackathons in Vizag
Here’s an overview of hackathons happening in Vizag this month:
| S.No. | Hackathon | Mode | First Prize | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | HackAP – Arts & Culture Hackathon | Hybrid | Prizes and Job Offers | Register Here |
| 2. | BLOCKBASH 2024 | Online | Prize Pool: USD 25,000 | Register Here |
| 3. | GenAI Hackathon APAC Edition | Online | Prize Pool: USD 35,000 | Register Here |
| 4. | Data Engineering Hackathon 2024 | Online | Cash Prizes | Register Here |
Upcoming Hackathons in Vizag in March
Below is the list of Upcoming Hackathons in Visakhapatnam in March 2024:
1. HackAP – Arts & Culture Hackathon
The HackAP – Arts & Culture Hackathon, organized by Alcove Partners in collaboration with ā hub (AU Incubation Center), TiE Vizag, and Teckybot, is focused on the theme of Arts & Culture. Scheduled for March 23-24, 2024, this event invites participants to explore multi-disciplinary solutions that blend technology with arts and culture, offering a platform for innovation and creativity.
Participation is free, and the top 3 teams with a working solution will be awarded prizes, with additional benefits including incubation support, mentoring, internships, job offers, and certificates of participation for all teams present at the Valedictory.
Mode: Hybrid (Online and in-person at the ā-Hub)
Type: Free
Objective:
- To innovate at the intersection of technology, arts, and culture.
Organizer: Alcove Partners, ā hub (AU Incubation Center), TiE Vizag, and Teckybot
Eligibility:
- Open to all
- Team size of 2 – 4 members
Duration:
- March 23-24, 2024
Team Size: 2 – 4 members
Registration Deadline: March 22, 2024, 9 PM
Start Date: March 23, 2024
Rewards & Prizes:
- Prizes for top 3 teams, incubation support, mentoring, internships, job offers, and certificates of participation
2. BLOCKBASH 2024
BLOCKBASH 2024 is a hackathon aimed at transforming the internet through the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP), focusing on serverless cloud capabilities and the transition from Web 2.0 to Web 3.0 for a decentralized future.
Participants, including developers, startups, and blockchain enthusiasts, will gain practical experience in developing decentralized applications, fostering innovation, and potentially shaping the future of the internet. The event offers a prize pool of USD 25,000, distributed among the top 10% of projects.
Mode: Online
Type: Free
Objective:
- To bridge the gap between Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 using ICP
Organizer: Crewsphere: ICP India Hub
Eligibility:
- Open to developers, startups, and blockchain enthusiasts
Duration:
- Idea phase: Feb 2, 2024 – Mar 31, 2024
- Hackathon: Apr 8, 2024 – May 11, 2024
Team Size: 1-5 members
Registration Deadline: Feb 1, 2024
Start Date: Feb 2, 2024, for the idea phase
Rewards & Prizes: USD 25,000 prize pool for the top 10% of projects
3. GenAI Hackathon APAC Edition
The GenAI Hackathon APAC Edition is an opportunity to revolutionize AI solutions across the Asia Pacific region, utilizing Google Cloud’s GenAI tools.
Participants, including working professionals, startups, freelancers, and entrepreneurs, will tackle real-world challenges in industries such as Banking & Financial Services, Manufacturing, Retail & eCommerce, Media & Entertainment, and Innovation.
The hackathon offers cash prizes worth USD 35,000 and exclusive tickets to the Google I/O Connect Event for the winners.
Mode: Online
Type: Free
Objective:
- To develop AI solutions for various industries using Google Cloud’s GenAI tools.
Organizer: Google Cloud
Eligibility:
- Working professionals
- Startups
- Freelancers
- Entrepreneurs
- Age 18+ only
- Participants from the APAC region
Duration: Yet to be announced
Team Size: 1 – 4 members
Registration Deadline: March 8, 2024
Start Date: Yet to be announced
Rewards & Prizes:
- Cash prizes worth USD 35,000 and exclusive tickets to Google I/O Connect Event
4. Data Engineering Hackathon 2024
The Informatica Data Engineering Hackathon 2024 is a platform designed for participants to showcase their data engineering skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities using Informatica’s AI-powered Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) services.
This event offers a unique opportunity for participants to explore Informatica’s IDMC Services, including Data Integration, Data Quality, Profiling, Application Integration, INFACore, and more, while competing for exciting prizes and recognition within the data engineering community. The hackathon promises cash prizes for winners.
Mode: Online
Type: Free
Objective:
- To innovate and solve problems using Informatica’s IDMC services.
Organizer: Informatica
Eligibility:
- Open to all participants over the age of 18
Duration:
- February 11, 2024, to April 10, 2024
Team Size: 1 – 4 members
Registration Deadline: March 11, 2024
Start Date: February 11, 2024
Rewards & Prizes:
- Cash prizes for winners
